Airport Comparison
| SGN | YWL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tan Son Nhat International Airport | Williams Lake Airport |
| IATA Code | SGN | YWL |
| ICAO Code | VVTS | CYWL |
| City | Ho Chi Minh City | Williams Lake |
| Country | Vietnam | Canada |
| Timezone | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 3,085 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.820000, 106.650000 | 52.180000, -122.050000 |
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Williams Lake (YWL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Williams Lake Airport (YWL) in Williams Lake, Canada is 11,612 kilometers (7,215 miles / 6,270 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Vietnam with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:08 in Ho Chi Minh City, it's 07:08 in Williams Lake. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,052 feet between the two airports. Williams Lake Airport sits higher than Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
The return flight from Williams Lake (YWL) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) follows a heading of 310° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) and Williams Lake Airport (YWL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.